Question Detail
Question
Which of the following compounds will react fastest with Lucas reagent?
Correct Answer
Option D is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
2-Methyl-2-propanol is a tertiary alcohol and reacts fastest with Lucas reagent (immediate cloudiness). Primary alcohols (1-propanol, 2-methyl-1-propanol) do not react, and secondary alcohol (2-propanol) reacts slowly.
Hint
Which compound is a tertiary alcohol?